MINHO REGION - PORTUGAL

ARCHITECTURE
INTERIORS
LANDSCAPING

CASA LENTA is a new build house situated in the north of Portugal overlooking the Atlantic ocean from the side of a mountain. The design is based around a stunning view towards the sea, and large windows aim to capture this whilst creating a backdrop to the social activities. The social spaces are open plan and full of light, the bedrooms are cellular, darker and cooler. The plan is based around an internal courtyard garden inspired by traditional

Japanese houses. It acts to bring light into the house, give visual connectivity to the social spaces and provider a private space unique to the site The solid flank walls act to provide privacy from the neighbors and protection from the sun. The large windows are set back, so the overhangs act effectively as single large louvers in winter the sun comes into the house through the afternoon to warm the house for the evening, in summer they shade the window from solar gain. The structure is of primary walls of solid reinforced concrete. This maximizes the thermal mass and thus reduces heating requirements. There is no air conditioning, it is not needed. The swimming pool is located at the front of the house so the prevailing wind pushes air cooled by the pool into the house.

The design was developed entirely in 3d, which was used for environmental analysis, quantities measurement, and to aid communication in client presentations.

The built up area is 250m2 and the construction budget was 250,000 Euros.

This project for takes a new approach to curating a natural and sustainable experience for visitors and families.

The product offering is a ‘Farm-Stay’ type experience with animals, food production and nature-based activities set within a set of glamping cabanas for overnight stays.

Contemporary technology that makes farming possible in the region such as hydroponics and greenhouses are also showcased. The theme and character come from this with a blend of simple natural elements and modern theming to create a unique and comfortable environment.

The project is to consist of prefabricated type modules that bring customers closer to the desert and nature while staying connected to technology using kitchens and sleeping in soft beds.

The development will offer a cabana retreat experience which will include a set of simple glamping cabanas for overnight stay guests in the peace of the desert.

AMA designed a set of minimal yet luxurious beach villas, making the most of the beachfront setting by giving large open views and living areas.

The material palette is set to blend in with the context – warm and light. The design is developed for pre-fabrication, enabling quick and efficient construction on a remote site.

CAIRO- EGYPT

ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR 

AMA were asked to develop a prototype for a suburban mid rise housing district in Egypt. The design uses solid walls to control privacy and heat gain whilst creating a modern facade design.

Simple linear planning allows rapid development and flexibility for future adaption to the rest of the site masterplan.

DUBAI - UAE
 

ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR

For this set of town houses we proposed using pre-cast technology and modular construction, to enable a fast track delivery process for hundreds of units.

A plan was created that would work with different unit sizes based on a sub-module. The façade system is made from a variety of panel types and colours, allowing variety across the development, disguising the repetition within the system.

AMA developed a set of small units for accommodating short stay ‘glamping’ experiences on spectacular, isolated sites in the Gulf. Each unit is simple and set up for affordable prefabricated based construction. Each unit contains the standard hotel room spaces but in a compact and usable design. The large terrace balconies allow the guests to enjoy the mountain experience in fresh air and eat, live, relax within the special site.

BAKU - AZERBAIJAN

ARCHITECTURE
LANDSCAPING

The client wanted an iconic tower on this highly visible waterfront site to help publicise Baku and the country’s spirit.

We proposed a rectilinear floor plate for efficient planning, with a twist at the lower retail levels and with a dramatic crown. There is also an annex building on the lower part of site. The two buildings form a public realm courtyard area, a focus for events and civic engagement along the waterfront walk.

SHARJAH - UAE 

ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR
LANDSCAPING 

In this project AMA designed a neighborhood shopping center, and a prestigious international standard corporate offices . The site is located in the Al Ruqa Al Hamra district in Sharjah. The commercial Retail is located on the ground level and will accommodate neighborhood convenience retail stores and shops, F&B units, and a supermarket as an anchor shop.  The levels above the ground floor, consists of offices and associated parking. A multilevel car parking building is located at the rear of the plot with easy pedestrian access to the neighborhood shopping center and the offices on each floor.

The inspiration for this project  was found in ultra-modern office buildings, this coupled with a dynamic floor plate creates a sense of movement and flow. The design language is maintained with the elegant canopy on the roof, creating an additional space. While the building blends well with the surroundings in terms of proportions and color of stone, the glass mass of the offices floors will help it stand out emphasizing the buildings presence and importance particularly when seen from the E311 Road.

Cairo- Egypt

ARCHITECTURE

Emaar Misr set out to develop the prime Cairo Gate masterplan which is comprised of apartment buildings, villas and townhouses, in Sheikh Zayed City, west of Cairo. AMA was proudly entrusted to carry out the design of these building types, taking into account our well-known ability to implement minimal and elegant designs that balance aesthetics and functionality covering all areas of the user experience, catering to the needs of the clients in the region.

The apartment buildings are designed in such a way to make the best use of the views of the adjacent green amenities, adding immense value to the comfortable space configuration maximizing the return of investment for the developer, investor and end user.

The villas and townhouses evoke a sense of timelessness, which is what Egypt with its rich history is known for, through the use of clean minimal lines that are the result of a rigorous design process that complements and brings out the best value these dwellings have to offer.

*Please note that this masterplan is provided for contextual purposes only.

ABU DHABI - UAE

MASTERPLANING  
ARCHITECTURE
 

The client asked AMA to develop a striking proposal for a new landmark tower on the Abu Dhabi skyline. The project is a mixed use tower sited on the water. A robotic parking system frees the tower from the usual constraints of a large base podium or a deep basement.

The smooth curved geometry reflects the organic nature of the Abu Dhabi coastline. The connecting part of the tower contains amenities and public functions. The upper floors feature large single unit penthouses with amazing views over the waterfront.

DESIGN RESEARCH

This design exercise explores generating Parametrically coded interlocking shells where Rhino & Maya software were utilized to produce various prototypes.

ABU DHABI - UAE
 

ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR
LANDSCAPING 

In this project AMA developed the design of a police community centre. The various components of the program have been treated as integrated volumes that allow a celebration of visual continuity and communal integrity. Our design philosophy combines social disciplines and looks at design in a holistic, and practical manner. This approach allows us to create a destination that provides facilities where people can meet, interact, socialize, and enthusiastically participate in sports. As a result, these facilities will play a huge role in  integrating  both nationals as well as residents into the society in a healthy environment and facilitating social integration of youth into society. 

The building is designed in a modular fashion with many elements having the potential to be prefabricated and expansion can take place with more facilities being added if required without disrupting the existing facilities. Large glass facades are covered with photovoltaic cells which allow for ample natural light in interior spaces while preserving the environment by reducing energy consumption.  
 

DUBAI - UAE 

ARCHITECTURE
LANDSCAPING

AMA has been commissioned to carry out architectural concept design works for tower located at Dubai Marina waterfront. In addition to residential units, the tower will house a hotel in the bottom section and retail & F&B outlets in the ground level. The design also benefits from its location by connecting to the walkway and the boat dock in front.

The tower is fully glazed to take advantage of prime views in all directions. The side walls facing the path of the sun are protected with vertical solar screening devices to reduce solar heat gain and limit the need for mechanical air conditioning.

ABU DHABI - UAE

ARCHITECTURE
LANDSCAPING
INTERIOR

The CAPITAL CENTRE mixed use development is a landmark development comprises of retail, hotel and residential accommodation. The development includes 2 towers with an overall building area of 97000 square meters. It has been designed to work in harmony with the exciting ADNEC tower.

The hotel and residential towers are designed to be integrated with the dynamic podium in a seamless manner . The plans were arranged to optimize efficiency, views and daylight, while minimizing overlooking and strong wind. The design floor plate enables an economic structural solution and facilitates a flexible layout.

The hotel components include suites and hotel rooms while the apartment block includes studio, 1bed, and 2bed apartments. The podium includes F&B, retail and commercial spaces. The resulting building form creates a well-defined public space at the street level with minimal tower setbacks.

ANKARA - TURKEY

MASTERPLANING  
ARCHITECTURE
LANDSCAPING

The brief called for a complete functionally interlocked project that included residential, office, retail, hotel and Food and Beverage of almost  very kind and scale. the project encourage a Live Work Play type lifestyle. The project is an ambitious architectural and construction task that asks to combine all function a vibrant city has in one plot of 40,000sqm. The brief clearly asks for an alive complex that integrates living, working, shopping and leisure in a new age development that focuses on the person and allows for interaction.

The development clearly distinguishes itself as 1 unified masterplan by differentiating itself from the surrounding developments and standard road grid

DUBAI - UAE

ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR 

AMA was commissioned to design a residential apartment development with parking on the ground floor. The apartments are intended for long term leasing to mid-market tenants comprising in the majority couples and small families, with a small element of singles.

The Employer’s primary objective in relation to the implementation of the Project is to provide a mid-market project of durable good quality, having maximum efficiency in use, constructed whilst having regard to the constraints of the project program and budget.

The design draws inspiration from modern architecture in its general form, choice of materials and design elements; The straight, well-defined lines and the incorporation of earth-colored elements in the facade gives the structure a distinctive character.This project was led by our design partner Naji Mahmoud while collaborating with Tasmeem design studio.

DESIGN RESEARCH
 

This research focuses on analyzing and mapping some transformable substances through an external deforming force, in this case heat. Any change in the parameters of a self-determining variable, systematically affects the nature of the resulting surface. 
The interchange between the variables results in generated forms that are analyzed and adapted to accommodate intensity of light penetration, shadows, scale and level of enclosure of the architectural spaces. Rigorous computational processes drive the design. Physical modeling was incorporated into the design process to asses, transform and modulate the form and the adaptive skin.

Changes in the parameters of a self-determining variable systematically affect the nature of the resulting surface. Plaster models were produced to asses, transform and modulate the form.

NIZHNIY NOVGOROD - RUSSIA

MASTERPLANING  
ARCHITECTURE
LANDSCAPING 

The design explores introducing athletic masterplan development to the current urban fabric of the city of Nizhniy Novgorod. The proposed site was chosen to be by the waterfront allowing the different venues to have better accessibility from different sides of the city .

The masterplan consists of various sports and leisure facilities, providing a meeting place for the city’s inhabitants. The unique arrangement and location of the buildings not only allows for efficient movement around the complex, but also helps in integrating it with its surroundings. The football stadium serves as the central element of the overall complex and is equipped with seating for 45,000 spectators and several F&B outlets. On non-game days the central plaza will be a community space that can be used for exercise and entertainment.

The external envelope of the stadium consist of tensile translucent membranes that will provide sun protection for spectators and create an interesting light-situation inside the building. A dynamic lighting system is proposed to illuminate that stadium’s external shell at night.     

SHARJAH - UAE
 

MASTERPLANING  
ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR
LANDSCAPING 

AMA has been commissioned by Sharjah Oasis Development Company to carry out architectural design works for a residential development  and a masterplan consisting of 240 townhouses in UAE. Designing the townhouses was an ambitious task where AMA design team has endeavored to come up with a unique designed townhouses .

Minimal and contemporary design was the intent behind this project. The townhouses are attached side by side were a play of geometry and materiality create sensual volumes that make great use of spaces and views. Each duplex has a built up area of 350 square meters spread over 3 floors.

DUBAI - UAE

MASTERPLANING  
ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR 

In this project AMA developed the design of 20 townhouses in Jumeirah, Dubai. In order to maintain a consistent and integrated urban fabric, the same minimal and contemporary design language was utilized as well as materiality. With a different configuration because of the different spacial requirements, the townhouses exude a personality of their own. Each townhouse has a built up area of 210 square meters spread over 3 floors.

Minimal and contemporary design was the intent behind this project. The townhouses are attached side by side were a play of geometry and materiality create sensual volumes that make great use of spaces and views.

DUBAI - UAE

ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR

The mixed use development is located at Dubai’s prominent Jumeirah Beach Residence district (JBR) overlooking the Arabian Gulf. The three towers, with heights ranging from 180 to 250 meters, will house a hotel, office spaces and residential units in addition to retail spaces at the podium level. The towers’ design gives them a distinctive character while blending smoothly with the existing contexts.

The design proposed by AMA responses to the brief that called for an iconic design with functions reflecting the evolving lifestyle of Dubai. The development will add a new Live-Work-Entertain environment to the JBR district and enrich Dubai skyline with modern, unique high-rise buildings that differ from the surrounding buildings.    
 

URBAN PROPOSAL THROUGH SYSTEMATIC MORPHOLOGIES

DESIGN RESEARCH 

The aim of this project is to examine and apply parametric design systems at different architectural scales. The strength of these systems comes from their ability to produce numerous variations of a single design input, whilst maintaining a coherent generative progression of the output elements. The overall site was considered as a substrate in which a dynamic fluid simulator derived conditions of urban constituents in relation to particular variables like the number and density of urban districts, site boundaries and interactions with existing infra-structure systems.
 
The same methodology was utilized in each of the district components. Districts were broken down into their respective towers which were further branched into subsystems of floors, cores, voids and skins. Each system is transformable and adaptable to integrate specific requirements such as areas, usage, function and level of privacy.
 
This project emphasizes the level of integration between systems and sub-systems of the urban fabric and illustrates how they can be independently altered while maintaining coherent and consistent relationships of flow between each other.

This design research examines parametric design concepts at different architectural scales and shows how different systems can be altered independently while maintaining the coherence and the consistency of the overall composition. Various tools were used to drive the parametric configuration of the overall urban field to match certain programmatic requirements such as density, scale and level of privacy of each urban component.

The process went from a digital manipulation to a physical production of overall massing of the master plan and details of the subcomponents. This aided in designing each individual component in response to the zones, shadow, light effects and the overall flow of the urban field.

DUBAI - UAE
 

ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR

We created a simple, elegant typology for contemporary townhouses for a new masterplan development in Dubai, each with private gardens at the rear.

2 and 3 bed units are arranged into blocks and distributed across the masterplan, with different plans for the ends and centres. The palette of materials for the façade is varied across the clusters to give variety to the development.

MOSCOW - RUSSIA

  
ARCHITECTURE

In this project we looked at design for the external envelop of the current Spartak Stadium in Moscow. The design team developed a modular, cost-efficient cladding system based on planner panels to enhance the stadium and prepare it for hosting the 2018 world cup.

The Employer’s primary objective in relation to the implementation of the Project is to provide durable good quality, having maximum efficiency in use, constructed whilst having regard to the constraints of the project program and project budget.

The outer shell of the stadium is made up of independently mounted panels with independently controlled LED lights, capable of covering the surface of the structure with pre-selected colored lights or designs, which can be seen from 360 degrees by all passing traffic and visitors – a beacon in the landscape.

WINNER OF THE OPULENCE CATEGORY- EMIRATES SKYWARDS COMPETITION
 

From almost 2,500 entries, this design was selected to be featured on Emirates Skywards 2012 golden membership cards and it has been seen by members in 115 countries around the world.

‘‘in its own way an appropriation of Brancusi’s sculpture, a very organic and tactile sculpture. Gold is a symbol of Opulence and wealth is a pertinent choice. “ Kourosh Nouri - Founder, Carbon 12

‘‘A fluid, organic and engaging form made from a seemingly solid but lavish material. The mirroring creates an interesting space.’’ Seb Hill, Director, Publicis Chemistry

DUBAI - UAE

ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR
LANDSCAPING 

In this project AMA developed the design of a retail development in Al Khawaneej in Dubai. The building design has a contemporary style that fits the evolving design standards of commercial centers. Known for clean building lines and finishes with minimal ornamentations the design is a reflection of sophisticated lifestyle. A minimalist design may describe the architecture in terms of massing where simple building masses in orthogonal forms create volume. 

The building’s ‘Skin’ plays a vital role in fulfilling our ambition of distinguishing the mall and making it a destination that appeals to every demographic; families, young and old, locals and visitors and offers something special to all. The atrium space with its Arabic mashrabya represents the heart of the mall and provides stunning experience of scale, shadow and light that will remain in the mind of all visitors of the mall.

Shadows resulting from the play of volumes add depth and texture to the building facade. The use of sunlight in enhancing facade adds a dynamic feature between built form and environment. For the front elevation, the interplay of volumes and planes identify the shopping center.

DUBAI - UAE

ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR 

AMA was commissioned to design a residential apartment development with parking on the ground floor. The apartments are intended for long term leasing to mid-market tenants comprising in the majority couples and small families, with a small element of singles.

The Employer’s primary objective in relation to the implementation of the Project is to provide a mid-market project of durable good quality, having maximum efficiency in use, constructed whilst having regard to the constraints of the project program and budget.

The design draws inspiration from modern architecture in its general form, choice of materials and design elements; The straight, well-defined lines and the incorporation of earth-colored elements in the facade gives the structure a distinctive character.This project was led by our design partner Naji Mahmoud while collaborating with Tasmeem design studio.

DUBAI - UAE
 

ARCHITECTURE
INTERIOR

We created a simple, elegant typology for contemporary townhouses for a new masterplan development in Dubai, each with private gardens at the rear.

2 and 3 bed units are arranged into blocks and distributed across the masterplan, with different plans for the ends and centres. The palette of materials for the façade is varied across the clusters to give variety to the development.

DUBAI - UAE 

MASTERPLANING
ARCHITECTURE
LANDSCAPING 

Mushrif is a retail development that covers an area of 40,000 square meters with spaces varying in scale, function and level of inclusion. The design reflects the traditional architectural styles in materials, colors and special element such as the “barajeel’ towers and design of balconies. The intention of the development is to create a retail space to support and elevate producers of traditional products and attract residents and tourist to a unique traditional environment.

The plans were arranged to optimize efficiency, views and daylight, while minimizing overlooking and strong wind. The current floor plate enables an economic structural solution and facilitates a flexible layout.

Uptown Cairo - Egypt

 ARCHITECTURE

AMA developed a design to provide great views over the nearby developments and parks, within an efficient and contemporary building.

We kept the planning simple, modular and linear to achieve this within a massing that made best of the site. We minimised the number of unit types to make development quick, easy and simple for Emaar Sales and the Design team.